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U.S. Pushes Pilot Arms-Free Zones in South Lebanon as Talks Resume
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First reported by Mako · Jun 21, 2026
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The U.S. is set to host a fifth round of Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington on the 23rd. The central proposal is to establish pilot weapons-free zones in southern Lebanon, but the Lebanese army wants guarantees and rejects any Israeli role in enforcement. Meanwhile, Lebanese media reported an unusual calm across the south since Saturday evening.
- 01Washington will host the fifth round of Israel-Lebanon talks on the 23rd.
- 02The main proposal is pilot weapons-free zones in southern Lebanon.
- 03The Lebanese army wants guarantees and rejects Israeli involvement in security tasks.
- 04Lebanese media reported an unusual calm across southern Lebanon since Saturday evening.
- 05Residents were seen returning from Beirut through the al-Qasimiya crossing.
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OrganizationsIsrael Defense Forces, Hezbollah, Lebanese Army, Asharq Al-Awsat, Al Araby, N12, Reuters, Israeli Embassy
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